Jamb English Language 2016 Past Questions and Answers

Question 26:

• JAMB 2016

For this question, select the option that best explains the information conveyed in the question.
Her death was a bolt from the blue to us

A. Her death bolted us together
B. Her death caused confusion
C. Her death sealed our hopes
D. Her death was unexpected

Question 27:

• JAMB 2016

For this question, select the option that best explains the information conveyed in the question.
The students were nosing around.

A. They were roaming about
B. They were searching for information
C. They were playing around
D. They were disseminating information

Question 28:

• JAMB 2016

For this question, choose the option opposite in meaning to the word or phrase in italics
It is important not to let mistakes blight your life

A. Damage
B. Impart
C. Improve
D. Ruin

Question 29:

• JAMB 2016

For this question, choose the option opposite in meaning to the word or phrase in italics
The film was shot in decrepit police station.

A. An improved
B. A damaged
C. An impoverished
D. A dilapidated

Question 30:

• JAMB 2016

For this question, choose the option opposite in meaning to the word or phrase in italics
Jumoke is fond of carping her sister

A. Praising
B. Joking with
C. Complaining about
D. Faulting